March 11
Ethiopia: In Ethiopia, Three Young Women Advocate for a Community Free From Female Genital Mutilation
Entering adulthood can be a beautiful journey, but for those who have experienced female genital mutilation (FGM), it often carries layers of pain and trauma. FGM leaves a scar… Read more »
August 22, 2022
Uganda: How Male Champions Are Helping to End Gender-Based Violence in Uganda
Under the Spotlight Initiative, UN Women and the Uganda Police Force engage male vendors on ending violence against women and girls as part of a 16 Days of Activism police caravan… Read more »
May 30, 2022
South Sudan: Once Traumatized, a South Sudanese Refugee Helps Other Women and Children Experiencing Violence
WEST NILE REGION, Uganda - Rose Mary Tiep, 32, fled violence in South Sudan five years ago. After receiving Spotlight Initiative-supported counselling, she became a volunteer… Read more »